Mo Farah, Galen Rupp and Allyson Felix have more in common than their medals and records. They share supernatural talent, unbelievable speed and an unwavering work ethic – and when it comes to lacing up, they reach for Nike Zoom Air, the most responsive version of Nike Air cushioning.

FASTER MEANS GETTING THERE FIRST

The difference between the greatest runners on the planet and those in their wake is measured in fractions of seconds. The fastest 100m times in the world have come down only half a second in the last 80 years. The 2015 Boston Marathon was won by 4 seconds.

When dreams are realised in milliseconds, Zoom Air—the fastest, most responsive cushioning platform Nike has ever delivered—can change how fast an athlete feels in an instant.

NIKE ZOOM AIR

Now in its twentieth year, Nike Zoom Air continues to provide responsive low-profile cushioning that athletes can feel. We’ve worked with some of the world’s fastest athletes to develop Zoom Air footwear to meet the needs of runners, whether they’re in the glare of the global spotlight or everyday runners chasing their personal bests.

The snappy responsiveness of Zoom Air cushioning comes from tightly-stretched tensile fibres woven inside a pressurized Nike Air unit. When the athlete’s foot touches down, the fibres compress to cushion the impact before quickly snapping back to their original state, generating an explosive, powerful response off the ground. The result is a fast, cushioned ride whether the runner is out for a morning run or a marathon personal best.

Zoom Air was first introduced in 1995 after more than a decade of research and development. It made its performance debut in three styles: the Nike Air Marauder football cleat launched with both heel and forefoot Zoom Air units and the Air Go LWP basketball shoe debuted with forefoot Zoom Air units. Soon after, Zoom Air was introduced to running in the Air Zoom LWP. Ever since, athletes have trained, competed and won in shoes featuring its responsive cushioning.

Athletes love the fast, snappy, responsive ride and the energy return they get from it. Zoom Air shoes are preferred by many of Nike’s fast, elite runners. Athletes such as Mo Farah, Galen Rupp and Matt Tegenkamp say that when they’re running up to 20 miles a day, they want their shoe to do some more work for them. Zoom Air gives them a real snap-back feeling.

NIKE AIR ZOOM ELITE 8

Nike Air Zoom Elite 8: LOW, SLEEK, FAST & LIGHT.

The lightest of the Zoom training family, it’s a minimalist streamlined propulsion device designed for athletes who want to stay fast and light on their feet in training or competition. Forefoot Zoom Air gives runners a snappy response off the road.

The lowered offset (eight millimetres) puts runners closer to the ground for more control, and a sleek upper combines Nike Flywire technology, no-sew overlays and lightweight mesh for a supportive, breathable fit. The Nike Air Zoom Elite 8 will be available starting July 2 at www.nike.com .

EXPLORE THE NIKE ZOOM AIR PEGASUS 32

Whether you need sleek and minimal or a more structured ride, whether you want to feel nearly barefoot or surrounded by comfort, you’ll find the Zoom Air ride that will help you feel fast.

NIKE AIR ZOOM PEGASUS 32

Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 32: YET ANOTHER REINVENTION OF SPEED.

A neutral shoe for training day in and day out, the new version feels faster and more responsive than any model in its impressive lineage. The 32 also retains features loved by loyal Pegasus runners: heel Zoom Air for a cushioned ride, a breathable upper and snug fit – and introduces enhancements like a contoured last for streamlined comfort, dropped offset (10 millimetres) for a more natural stance and an engineered midfoot saddle for targeted structure and support. The Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 32 is available now at nike.com.

NIKE AIR ZOOM ODYSSEY

Nike Air Zoom Odyssey: SPEED + DISTANCE IN LOCKED DOWN COMFORT.

The world’s fastest need this much lockdown for a stable feeling at incredible rates of speed. New Flywire technology and dual-injected heel clip enhance heel lockdown, while the flexible outsole and Ortholite sock liner cushion and guide the foot.

Mix that with the most Zoom Air cushioning you can get and you’ve got uncompromising cushioning and comfort for a shoe designed for faster. The Nike Air Zoom Odyssey will be available starting August 4 at www.nike.com.

NIKE AIR ZOOM STRUCTURE 19

Nike Air Zoom Structure 19: LOADED AND LIGHT.

A stability running shoe for everyday training, the latest Structure feels faster, looks great and is built to slow the rate of pronation. The shoe delivers a smooth transition through stability features such as Dynamic Fit technology, which work with the outsole’s lateral crash rail and a triple-density foam Dynamic Support stability system. Together this stabilizes the foot onto the platform and reduces the speed at which the foot starts to roll in. The new contoured last provides added toe spring and combines with Zoom Air cushioning to give the snappy, quick-off-the ground feel. The Nike Air Zoom Structure will be available starting October 1 at www.nike.com.

NIKE AIR ZOOM VOMERO 10a

Nike Air Zoom Vomero 10: SPEED MEETS LUXURY.

The epitome of a superior, neutral running shoe, the Nike Air Zoom Vomero 10 is the kind of shoe feet crave when on a long run. The shoe combines ultra-responsive Zoom Air and soft Lunarlon foam providing a cushioned but fast feel.

The Flymesh upper provides smooth, breathable comfort with support where you need it most, and minimized Zoom Air units deliver optimal cushioning and response so heel-strike and forefoot lift-off are as comfortable and dynamic as possible. Nike Air Zoom Vomero 10 is available now at www.nike.com.

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